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Celtic deals with backroom staff confusion under new manager O'Neill

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 6:15 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Celtic deals with backroom staff confusion under new manager O'Neill

Summary

As Martin O'Neill assumes the role of Celtic manager, concerns arise regarding the club's management and recruitment processes. Nine days into his appointment, key members of the backroom staff, Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham, have not been confirmed and face possible pay cuts. The club's track record in the transfer market has been scrutinized, particularly as they navigate the final week of the transfer window. Former Rangers player Andy Halliday emphasizes the need for prompt player acquisitions to avoid repeating past mistakes. With ongoing leadership changes at rival teams, O'Neill's impact on Celtic and the overall league dynamics may soon become clearer.

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By the Numbers

•Martin O'Neill appointed as Celtic's permanent manager.
•Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham's staff roles remain unconfirmed.
•O'Neill's first major task is squad rebuilding.
•Concerns grow over Celtic's quick transfer decisions.
•Celtic faces pressure to perform amid management changes.

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6:15 PMYahoo Sports — 'Celtic don't look a well-run club'

What they're saying

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Nine days on from Martin O'Neill's appointment as permanent manager, his backroom staff is yet to be confirmed, with Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham reportedly having been offered pay cuts to stay on. It comes to the last week of the window and they're potentially haggling over over-paying for a player, or it's a loan signing.
— Yahoo Sports

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